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This publication reflects on the work of the American artist Horace Clifford Westermann (1922-1981), who assembled a distinctive and singular body of sculptures. His works were predominantly made from wood through his masterly command of carpentry and cabinetmaking, yet he also used other techniques and materials such as metal, glass and enamelling with incredible precision. Without adhering to one particular style, Westermann was a maker of objects, of separate pieces: his sculptures, laden with meaning, often irony, result from the processing of experience, coalescing to yield specific fragments of reality. Exhibition: Museo Nacional Reina Sofia, Madrid, Spain (06.02-06.05.2019).
This publication examines the unique artistic output of Horace Clifford Westermann, an American artist renowned for his meticulously crafted wooden sculptures. Drawing from his expertise in carpentry and cabinetmaking, Westermann created singular objects that transcended stylistic boundaries, often incorporating metal, glass, and enameling with exceptional skill. His works, imbued with meaning and irony, are described as fragments of reality processed through lived experience. The book accompanies an exhibition at the Museo Nacional Reina Sofia in Madrid.
This catalog offers a comprehensive look at the distinctive oeuvre of Horace Clifford Westermann, highlighting his unique approach to sculpture. The publication details his technical prowess in woodworking and his innovative use of diverse materials. It frames his art as a profound processing of experience, yielding pieces rich in meaning and irony. The book serves as a record of the exhibition held at the Museo Nacional Reina Sofia.
Page Count:
195
Publication Date:
2019-01-01
Publisher:
Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofia
ISBN-10:
8480265825
ISBN-13:
9788480265829
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